The Young and the Restless spoilers for the week of December 16-27 tease nothing but chaos. Ian targets Claire by setting a new plan in motion. Sharon gets flashbacks from her haunting past that bring both chill and relief. Next, Billy plots against Victor, and Denise breaks some good news about Nate’s half-brother, Damian. Let’s dive in!

The Young and the Restless spoilers:  Ian’s After Claire, Sharon’s in Grave Danger

The Young and the Restless spoilers bring Jordan and Ian Ward back on the scheming. It’s not surprising because when did they ever stop? Ian wants to manipulate Claire Newman’s bond with Mariah and Tessa, but Jordan isn’t on board. However, Ian gets his way, given how big of a puppet master he is. The wicked madcap quickly makes a move and tries to charm Tessa into his ploy.

She doesn’t even know what he looks like. The poor girl doesn’t realize what’s coming, but we do. Meanwhile, Sharon Newman is meeting her inner demons under Alan Laurent’s hypnosis. She stumbled upon startling memories that could change everything and even bring some sense of relief. Furthermore, Nick’s old flame learns she isn’t responsible for Phyllis Summers’ car wreck. And guess what?

She even recalls the chilling night Heather Stevens took her last breath. The revelations leave Sharon moved and Nick even more scared than ever. Why? It’s because he fears she could be the next target. Well, his fears are valid because Ian pushes Jordan to go after Sharon in a deadly way. Will Jordan obey his orders, or will her hesitation throw a wrench in Ian’s evil plans?

Billy Plots Against Victor, Damian Is Found

Across Genoa City, Billy Abbott is dead set on taking down Victor Newman, but not everyone complies. Phyllis Summers worries about the fallout, while Jack Abbott warns Billy has his reservations about his vendetta. However, Billy assures Sally Spectra that he has it under control, teasing a secret ally who could turn the tables. At the Newman Industries, Nikki takes Claire under her wing.

But Victoria’s overprotective nature doesn’t please Nikki, and she urges her to go easy on Claire. Next, Diane Jenkins is taken aback by Ashley Abbott’s sudden support. In the meantime, Daniel Romalotti Jr. struggles to get in festive spirits as he mourns Heather’s loss but fakes it for Lucy. In other Y&R spoilers, Denise Tolliver has some delightful news for Nate Hastings and Amy Lewis. She found Damian!

Now, it’s up to them how they will proceed with it. Finally, Lauren Fenmore Baldwin lashes at Phyllis and defends Michael Baldwin for doing his job. Her argument? Phyllis doesn’t know the full scoop on Sharon’s hypnosis. As Christmas celebrations light up the Newman ranch and Society, the potential threats from Ian and Jordan promise anything but a silent night. Keep reading Soap Opera Daily for more The Young and the Restless spoilers. Will Ian & Jordan take down Sharon?